Suryakumar Yadav was facing his first ball against spin during the Mumbai Indians’ encounter against the Punjab Kings in Jaipur on Monday. As Harpreet Brar tossed one up to the right-hander’s off stump, the 34-year-old planted his left foot forward, bent down on his knee, and caressed his sweep shot through backward square leg for … Read more
Shreyas Iyer enjoys playing at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium. The last time he captained an IPL side here, he lifted the trophy. On Wednesday, he returned to seal another crucial result — this time ensuring Punjab Kings stayed firmly in the race for the IPL 2025 playoffs. The defeat also officially knocked Chennai Super Kings … Read more
Vice-captain Venkatesh Iyer learned quickly from his below-par performances, delivering a crucial 29-ball 60 to help Kolkata Knight Riders thrash Sunrisers Hyderabad by 80 runs in the Indian Premier League at Eden Gardens on Thursday night. Having fallen cheaply in two previous matches, Venkatesh reflected on his approach. “Maybe I was rushing a little in … Read more